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restored 1800s stone dairy barn over a pond
Quick answers
- Is Casanel Vineyards & Winery dog-friendly?
- Yes. Casanel Vineyards & Winery is dog-friendly outdoors only.
- Do I need a reservation at Casanel Vineyards & Winery?
- Walk-ins are welcome at Casanel Vineyards & Winery for standard visits.
- When does Casanel Vineyards & Winery open on Saturday?
- Casanel Vineyards & Winery opens at 12:00 on Saturday and usually closes at 18:00.
- Is Casanel Vineyards & Winery family-friendly?
- Family visits are limited at Casanel Vineyards & Winery; ask ahead before bringing kids.
- What food is available at Casanel Vineyards & Winery?
- Casanel Vineyards & Winery lists food as: Charcuterie and light fare in the tasting room; outside picnics welcome outdoors; rotating food trucks; mocktails and sodas available.
Why visit
- Family-owned by the DeSouza family with fully estate "bud to bottle" winemaking
- Tastings in a restored mid-1800s stone dairy barn set above a pond
- Named 2025 Mid-Atlantic Winery of the Year
- Award-winning lineup: José Rosé, Chardonnay Reserve, and Governor's Cup Gold Petit Verdot
- Lively events calendar: live music, trivia, and signature murder-mystery dinners
- Picnic-friendly grounds with rotating food trucks; weddings in the Dawson Room (~120 guests)
What to try
José RoséChardonnay ReservePetit VerdotNelson's Norton
Recognition
- 2025 Virginia Governor's Cup Gold — 2021 Petit Verdot
- 2025 Mid-Atlantic Winery of the Year
- José Rosé — Double Gold
- Chardonnay Reserve — Double Gold, Best in Class
What visitors say
Warm, genuine hospitality from the owning family
Beautiful restored stone barn and scenic pond-side grounds
Solid, well-priced estate wines (reds a pleasant surprise for VA skeptics)
Popular for picnics, events, and live music
Common themes our editors distilled from public reviews — not individual testimonials.
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